While the internet, especially social media, have enabled sharing of information in ways never seen before, it has also opened doors to stories that are created to purposely misinform or deceive – fake news. Two studies offer insight into how the audience perceive and consume …
Almost half of the Twitter accounts spreading messages about the coronavirus pandemic since January 2020 have likely been bots, a recent study from Carnegie Melon University found. Researchers said these machine-programmed messages match the Russian and Chinese playbooks and aim to create unrest in America. Adam …
Social media platforms have been a boon for spreading inaccurate information about various issues, particularly health. These platforms are also a source of getting information about health and sciences. As a result, many people tend to believe inaccurate information that goes viral on these platforms. …
Misinformation related to COVID-19 gets more engagement in social media when it comes from political leaders and celebrities, a new study found. While only 20% of inaccurate or misleading claims came from public figures such as political leaders and celebrities, those posts account for 69% of …
Ever since the USA saw its 2016 presidential election campaigns begin and thanks to President Donald Trump, “fake news” has now become a household phrase. From mainstream media to scholars to the general public, people are now talking about a new “epidemic” in the modern world, …
